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Planning in Halam

Approved
80%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Halam in the last 24 months, from Newark and Sherwood District Council's planning register.

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About Halam

Halam is a village and civil parish situated in the Newark and Sherwood district of Nottinghamshire, England. The population has seen fluctuations, growing from 372 in 2001 to 426 in 2011, before decreasing to 387 by the 2021 census. Located just west of Southwell, Halam offers a quaint rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications related to residential development and community projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 387 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Newark and Sherwood district.

Property prices in Halam show an average sale price of £246,047, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Halam area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Halam a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Halam planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Halam, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Halam. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Halam?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Halam. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Halam?
The average planning decision time near Halam is 65 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Halam?
The planning approval rate near Halam is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Halam?
The most common type of planning application near Halam is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Halam?
You can search and track planning applications near Halam on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.